Regulatory Status
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Safety Data
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Expert Verdict
Generally considered safe; non-toxic and non-irritating; related crosspolymers are non-comedogenic. Based on poly(methylhydro)siloxane; crosslinked polymer structure provides unique texture and cleansing properties
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Methicone Crosspolymer safe in cosmetics?
Generally considered safe; non-toxic and non-irritating; related crosspolymers are non-comedogenic. Based on poly(methylhydro)siloxane; crosslinked polymer structure provides unique texture and cleansing properties The EU classifies Methicone Crosspolymer as "permitted". Safety rating: MODERATE.
Is Methicone Crosspolymer allowed in the EU?
Methicone Crosspolymer EU regulatory status: permitted. This is based on EU Regulation 1223/2009 and its amendments.
What does Methicone Crosspolymer do in cosmetics?
Methicone Crosspolymer functions as: Surfactant - Cleansing. It is classified as a cosmetic ingredient in our database. CAS number: Not assigned (polymeric material).
What is the Margin of Safety for Methicone Crosspolymer?
not established The Margin of Safety (MoS) is calculated using SCCS methodology. A MoS above 100 is generally considered safe. Use the MoS Calculator tool to calculate MoS for your specific formulation and product category.
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